Founded in 1958, Liebherr Container Cranes, a division of Liebherr International AG, is one of the longest-established manufacturers of container port cranes, producing ship-to-shore, rubber-tyred gantry and rail-mounted gantry cranes, plus accessories. Liebherr container cranes are now in use in over 100 container ports and 50 countries worldwide.

Based in the Netherlands, VDL Containersystemen manufactures a range of container handling systems including hooklifts, skiploaders, cable and chainlift systems, as well as spreaders and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for container transport.BTG Special Products supplies high quality measurement systems for automated container terminals, including absolute position measurement systems for AGVs, straddle carriers and rubber-tyred gantry cranes.

Headquartered in Belgium since 1971, Gantrex SA, part of the Gantry Group, is a global supplier of crane rail solutions, with operating companies worldwide, supported by design and technical engineering teams in both Europe and North America.

Founded in 1945, Pepperl + Fuchs supplies electrical explosion protection and industrial sensors. The company’s solutions are used worldwide in a variety of process automation and safety applications for clients in the manufacturing, marine and offshore, oil and gas, material handling, power and water sectors, among others.

“PEMA has had an exceptionally strong year of growth in 2015 and we are delighted to welcome our latest new members to add to the global reach and reputation of our association, ” said Ottonel Popesco, President of PEMA.

Founded in 2004, PEMAprovides a forum and public voice for the global port equipment and technology sectors. The Association has seen strong growth in recent years, and now has nearly 90 member companies representing all facets of the industry, including crane, equipment and component manufacturers; automation, software and technology providers; consultants and other experts.